Athena Bryant
"I am proud to serve on the Douglas County Education Foundation Board with other committed individuals who support our mission. I know that our work is making a difference, and I am honored to be a part of it."
Assistant Vice President/Market Manager
Synovus Bank
Chapel Hill Branch
Board Treasurer
Classroom Impact Grant Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2022
Rocky Clay
"The reason I am on the Douglas County Education Foundation Board is to serve our teachers, students, and Douglas County Community. By working with this great group, I am able to get a better understanding of what is needed by our local teachers and students to help them be the best that they can be."
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones
Board Chair
Scholarship Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2022
KC Emberson
"Working with children holds a special place in my heart. I strongly believe in supporting our public school system and am passionate about the success of all Douglas County students."
Owner/President
Dance Academy West, Inc.
Scholarship Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2021
Wes Farnan
"The Douglas County Education Foundation is a wonderful organization that exists to help the students and teachers of our county. It is a privilege and honor to serve on the board and to give back to the school system that I grew up in. Serving on the board has been a great way to cultivate skill sets, expand my network of peers, and develop a leadership role in the community."
Marketing Manager
Southern A & E, LLC
Classroom Impact Grant Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2021
Kim Fletcher
"I am excited to serve on the Douglas County Education Foundation board! I believe education is important in many ways. Not only is it important for the students but for the employees as well. I am so thankful for the opportunity to help Douglas County students and teachers have a great school experience."
Business Development Officer
Members First Credit Union
Board Secretary
Term Ends: 6/30/2022
Sherry Gamel
"I grew up in Douglas County and recently retired after 35 years with the Douglas County School System. During my career, I was passionate about helping ALL students succeed and providing teachers with encouragement and support. My passion for helping students and teacher continues during retirement! I am honored and humbled to serve on the Douglas County Education Foundation Board. I consider it a privilege and look forward to supporting, encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding excellence demonstrated by the students and teachers of the Douglas County School System."
Educator, Retired
Douglas County School System
Term Ends: 6/30/2022
Tonya Jackson
"To enhance and expand the learning opportunities for students and teachers of DCSS is a privilege and pure joy!"
Marketing Director
RA-LIN
Board Vice-Chair
Chair, Classroom Impact Grant Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2021
Sherry McKinley
"Having taught in the Douglas County School System for 34 years, I know firsthand the needs of a classroom teacher. I feel it is important that all Douglas County children have every opportunity to learn using a variety of exciting, innovating techniques. Providing Classroom Impact Grants to teachers is one way to accomplish that goal!"
Educator, Retired
Douglas County School System
Classroom Impact Grant Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2021
Deanna Morrow
"Education lays the groundwork for all we do in life. In my career, it has been a joy and privilege to work with the students and teachers in Douglas County. I am excited to serve on the Douglas County Education Foundation Board, working to create a brighter future for our school system. Providing innovative programs for teachers in their classrooms and making educational opportunities a reality for our students creates a strong pathway to achievement that truly makes a difference in their lives."
Retired, Media Specialist
Douglas County School System
Scholarship Committee
Term Ends: 6/30/2022